Many doubts and queries in mind then just simply go through these FAQ and be free from it.

Is there conclusive evidence that cigarette smoking causes diseases?

Family history certainly is an important factor, but the fact is being Asian, we all have high-risk gene for Diabetes. In India 4% of villagers and up to 15% of city dwellers have Diabetes.

Apart from being Asian, your current lifestyle which differs from your elders.

How Diabetes can be prevented?

  • Get at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity five days a week.
  • Eat a variety of foods that are low in fat and reduce the number of calories you eat per day.

What are some recent improvements in diabetes care?

Technology has given new solutions to diabetes care. Quick-acting and long-acting insulin provide more options for managing insulin-dependent diabetes. A wider range of oral drugs are available to treat type 2 diabetes. New monitors make it easier and more comfortable for people to test and track their blood glucose. External insulin pumps can replace the discomfort of daily injections. Laser surgery can treat diabetic eye disease and prevent blindness. Successful kidney and pancreas transplantation procedures bring hope to people with organ failure.

Can diabetic retinopathy be prevented?

Not totally, but your risk can be greatly reduced. People who kept their blood sugar levels as close to normal as possible had much less eye, kidney, and nerve disease.

What can you do to protect your vision?

Finding and treating the disease early, before it causes vision loss or blindness, is the best way to control diabetic retinopathy disease. If you have diabetes, make sure you get a dilated eye examination at least once a year.

Why does losing weight help my diabetes?

Weight loss lowers insulin resistance. This allows your natural insulin to do a better job lowering blood glucose levels. Weight loss also improves blood fat and blood pressure levels. Lowering blood fats and blood pressure is a way to reduce that risk.

How can I cut the fat in my diet?

Stir-fry foods in tiny amounts of oil and lots of seasonings. Choose nonfat or low-fat selections, such as nonfat or 1% milk or low-fat cheese. Keep portion sizes on target. Avoid fried foods -- bake, grill, broil, or roast vegetables and meat instead.

What foods can I eat a lot of?

The key to healthy living is moderation. If you can control the portion sizes of the food you eat, you will be able to eat a wider variety of foods, including your favorites, and still keep your blood sugar in your target range.

Is there any job restriction for people with Diabetes?

Diabetes should not be a selecting or refusing factor in employment arena. Driving can be a problem if you are getting frequent hypo, as a rule people with Diabetes on Insulin are not given license to drive heavy vehicle and buses.

Make sure that people around you know that you have Diabetes. Tell them about “Hypoglycemia” and what they should do in case you have a severe hypo.